Anyone can create cocktails like a pro if they have the right tools and ingredients. Even if the alcohol isn’t of premium quality it can always be spruced up with fresh fruit and herbs. Some of the most iconic cocktails in history can attribute their prestige and popularity to effort in freshly muddled greenery. Here

Whiskey novices as well as seasoned lovers can often become confused by the defining factors that separate Bourbon from Rye. There are not only geographical requirements, but there is a very specific distillation process in place. Consider these main differences between the whiskey cousins when shopping for your next bottle to accommodate the occasion, especially

New York City may be a hustling and bustling metropolitan, but it does not fall short when it comes to aquatic and nautical themed activities. Visitors and residents of the Big Apple should never fret when seeking out their own personal water world the next time they want to capitalize on their day drinking opportunities, for

‘Tis the season for ripe juicy fruits and refreshing clean beer. Spring produces some of the best seasonal brews the industry has to offer that will make you want to pluck a guitar on your front porch through thunderstorm and sunset– even if you don’t know how to play guitar. Some are widely distributed while

It’s baseball season, and you have been put in charge of bringing booze to the next tailgate. The parking lot wouldn’t be complete without a nice Pilsner or pale ale, but we all know beer isn’t that cheap, especially when providing for a large group of very hungry and very enthusiastic sports fans. Here is

It is incredibly easy to profile strangers and guess their alcohol of choice based on appearance and first impressions. But if you dive a little deeper you can analyze the different levels to someone’s personality based on sub-category of their preferred beverage. Beer drinkers can even examine their own tendencies based on the brew they

Pabst Blue Ribbon, better known in modern times as PBR, made its first radio appearance in 1942 when the owners found it beneficial to collaborate with various celebrities and musicians to help reach a broader audience. Many of these household names had never even tried the beer. The brand started gaining popularity through various television

This day and age, it’s nearly impossible to be young without being resourceful. There is a short cut or alternative to everything in life, and delicious cocktails are no exception. Maybe the weather is bad. Maybe you forgot an essential ingredient and the nearest store is twenty minutes away. Maybe you’re just plain lazy. Either

The younger generation is one to appreciate parties, nightlife, live music, and good drinks. Bars, clubs, and live music venues are prime locations for experiencing the culture of a growing city, especially one rich with colleges and innovative professions. But millennials will know that money isn’t as easy to manage as it used to be.

The economic and cultural growth of the Windy City has been heavily influenced by the Prohibition Era, creating an influx of speakeasies and bootleg alcohol production. Many prohibition bars and manufacturers still exist today and are appreciated as some of the finest brands in the country while inspiring future bars and products to come. When

If you’re a regular alcohol enthusiast, then chances are that you’re also a people watcher. Profiling is a skill that comes naturally over time, and there is no better place to analyze new faces than at your favorite local bar. What if the rules were altered a bit? It’s easy to determine the backstory on

So you’re at a bar, alone, wondering how to make friends. What do you say? Do you sit there and peruse the drinks list? Do you ask for a recommendation? Do you chat up the bartender for a moment? No. You. Do. Not. The key to making friends at a bar is to wear a